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SX03 RCU

2003 Honda XL650

Black Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

57,090 mi
Last recorded57,090 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda XL65019,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSX03 RCU
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 57,090 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 56,429 miles
Fail 6 May 2025 56,429 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Sep 2023 55,871 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 55,318 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 54,477 miles
Fail 14 May 2021 54,467 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 52,133 miles

0/s front fork gaiter split

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lense cracked (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

bolt missing from n/s of lower bellypan

oil leak from rear cylinder rocker cover

Pass 11 Apr 2018 50,788 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

o/s front fork gaiter split

oil leak rear cylinder rocker cover

Pass 29 Mar 2017 49,095 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 17 Mar 2017 48,979 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Honda XL650?

Based on 15,621 MOT tests across 1,262 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
1,131
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
1,262
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 212
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 176
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 158
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 122
Drive chain excessively loose 82
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SX03 RCU is a 2003 Honda XL650 in Black with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2003 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 19,970 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda XL650 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 212 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SX03 RCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL650 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Honda XL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SX03 RCU?

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What year was SX03 RCU registered?

SX03 RCU is a 2003 Honda XL650, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is SX03 RCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SX03 RCU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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